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Long-Term Relationships Thrive at Pepperdine

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Art by Leah Bae Pepperdine is a unique environment for relationships, given the Christian nature of a university that inspires serious, often life-long relationships among students. Many find Pepperdine conducive to long-term relationships, but Kelly Haer, director of Relationship IQ, said it's not always conducive to casual dating. Haer said the smaller community of … [Read more...] about Long-Term Relationships Thrive at Pepperdine

Interest in Greek Life Stays Strong During COVID-19

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Art by Gabby DiGiovanni With approximately 25% of students affiliated with Greek organizations, Greek life is one of the highlights of student life at Pepperdine. Pepperdine Greek organizations have a typical number of members this semester despite changes in the Recruitment process, dues and membership experience as a result of COVID-19. Panhellenic Conference sororities … [Read more...] about Interest in Greek Life Stays Strong During COVID-19

Abroad in South Korea: The Spirit of Adventure Doesn’t Stop After the Semester Is Over

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I stand in front of the South Korean flag at Odusan Unification Tower on Nov. 8. North Korea was on my far right as I stood near the Northern tip of South Korea. Photo courtesy of Ji Yeon Cha. When I heard about the online platform for fall 2020, I thought about how I would spend my time at home. Up until Pepperdine's official announcement, I never imagined calling Seoul, … [Read more...] about Abroad in South Korea: The Spirit of Adventure Doesn’t Stop After the Semester Is Over

Abroad in South Korea: Studying Abroad Without Pepperdine’s International Programs

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Art by Madeline Duvall Photos by Claire Lee Every day in Seoul, South Korea has been very different, but the most consistent factor has been the fast pace of time. Traveling alone means I don't have an established program to guide my adventures. Although I have a general plan for each week, every day tumbles into a new adventure. When I wake up early enough, I jog to … [Read more...] about Abroad in South Korea: Studying Abroad Without Pepperdine’s International Programs